Attendance Officer

Responsibilities

• Assist the AWO and Attendance Lead in managing and developing attendance and punctuality policies
• Perform daily administration, monitoring, and follow-up regarding student attendance
• Ensure accurate coding is submitted to support Learning Support for late students
• Liaise with the Attendance & Welfare Officer to implement rigorous interventions for poor attendance
• Monitor student attendance in relation to progress and performance targets
• Establish reasons for absences through telephone calls, letters, and home visits
• Chase incomplete teacher registers in a timely manner
• Identify and escalate patterns of poor attendance or punctuality

Requirements

• Three years of experience working in an inner-city school or educational establishment
• Qualifications to GCSE/A level standard or equivalent
• Proficiency in Microsoft software, specifically Excel
• Sound knowledge of attendance policies, procedures, and relevant codes
• Experience using MIS (Bromcom)
• Basic knowledge of first aid (e.g., emergency first aid course)
• Understanding of the social issues facing students from disadvantaged backgrounds

Benefits

• Performance and Loyalty Bonus
• Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions
• Harris Wellbeing Cash Plan
• Opportunities for professional development, coaching, and mentoring
• Electric car scheme and other additional Harris benefits

About the Company

Harris Professional Skills Sixth Form is a unique vocational sixth form providing outstanding education and preparation for skills-based work or university. Part of the Harris Federation, we cater to students seeking non-traditional pathways through small class sizes and strong pastoral support. We offer specialized curriculum options in Construction, Health and Social Care, Business, Media, Science, and Art.